Lisbon’s Wildest Locations For Adventurous Travellers
Lisbon is famous for its historic attractions and beautiful beaches, but the city is surrounded by glorious wild spaces that provide a wealth of activities for adventurous…
Transported to Porto for the Delights of the Douro River
Marion Ainge acquires a taste for white port and finds herself lost for words on a Douro River cruise. Bathed in sunlight and looking beautiful, there she is waiting for…
What Are the Best Holiday Destinations in Europe for Older Travellers?
It is common knowledge that some destinations appeal more to certain age groups than others. This includes senior travellers, who may opt to travel to destinations that are typically home…
NH Hotel: 100% Renewable Energy for Spain, Portugal
NH Hotel Group has chosen ACCIONA Energy to supply 100% renewable energy for all its hotels in Spain and Portugal until December 2023. Through this agreement, ACCIONA Energy will supply…
Madeira Holidays: a Perfect Piece of Paradise
Travel journalist Marion Ainge enjoys a Shirley Valentine moment in Faja dos Padres, the perfect spot to enjoy your Madeira holidays. It’s a Shirley Valentine moment. From a cliff top…
Airbnb and Overtourism – Will Covid Change Anything?
Before the pandemic, critics of Airbnb and overtourism argued that the two were inextricably interlinked and were changing the nature of popular neighbourhoods. Pauline Ronnet ponders whether Covid will change…
3 Daydream Destinations for a Unique Holiday Experience
It goes without saying that our travel options are unfortunately limited right now. While it’s not the ideal time to be planning your unique holiday experience, there’s nothing to stop…
Lisbon Opens New Urban Art Route
Lisbon is already renowned as one of Europe’s most picturesque capitals, steeped in history with neighbourhoods boasting beautiful tile-covered buildings…
UK Split on ‘Confusing’ Safe Travel Policy
Cracks are appearing in the way the four UK nations are implementing their safe travel regulations, as industry leaders call for testing at airports, and a government minister admitted the…
Last Minute Travel Deals September 2020
Whether you are looking for a UK Staycation or a trip overseas, there are plenty of last minute travel deals September 2020 to be had. Travel Begins at 40 has…
Will Portugal Be Next for UK Quarantine?
Speculation is mounting that Portugal will be removed from the UK safe travel corridor list, as the number of COVID-19 cases in the country has risen above the 20 per…
UK Portugal Air Bridge Announced
The UK Government has announced a UK Portugal air bridge as Austria, Croatia, and the islands of Trinidad and Tobago are removed from the safe travel corridor list…
8 Remote European Islands You Must Visit
During the current climate we are all looking for secluded places where we can escape. Milda Urbonaite explores the most remote European islands you should visit. Today’s fast-paced modern life…
Portugal Opens Museums, Galleries and Restaurants
Portugal took another step in the process of gradually opening the economy and social life on 18 May when restaurants, cafés, patisseries, terraces, promenades…
The Beauty of Andalusia and Lisbon
The following trip was taken before the Covid-19 situation took hold. But be rest assured that the beauty of Andalusia is still waiting for you to explore. As we now…
Portugal Gives a Brelcome to Britain
Now that Britain has entered an 11-month transition period with the EU, while the government negotiates agreements with existing EU countries, many people are left uncertain…
Annual Algarve Arts Programme Returns
Algarve Tourism authorities have launched the fourth edition of its innovative arts and cultural programme- 365 Algarve. From now to the end of May 2020, the region…
Portugal: Accessible Tourist Destination 2019
Portugal has been awarded the Accessible Tourist Destination 2019 award from the World Tourism Organisation (WTO), becoming the first country to be granted the title…
Discover Hidden Gems of Europe
The thought of crowded touristy hot spots in Europe giving you anxiety? Rabbie’s Tours, who provide small-group tours ‘off the beaten track’, have just launched eight new six-day…
Surf’s Up on the Alentejo Coast, Portugal
Portugal’s unspoilt Alentejo Coast is ideal for an adventurous family holiday, with dramatic cliffs and white sand beaches making the perfect backdrop for adults and little ones…
5 of the Best Festivals in Porto and the North
With an array of exciting events planned for this summer, Port is in for a jam-packed summer of festivals, including Tomorrowland, meaning there has never been a better time to…
Let Chelsea Inspire You to Blooming Travel
With the RHS Chelsea Flower Show just around the corner (21-25 May), our friends at Travel PR have collected a selection of garden-themed holiday ideas to get you into bloom….
Madeira Funchal, Fennel and Ronaldo
Adam Jacot de Boinod travels to the capital of the Portuguese island of Madeira, Funchal, to discover a place replete with history and literary overtones. I hadn’t realised that Madeira…
New Cycling Tours of Portugal and France
In response to a ten per cent leap in UK travellers’ demand for short breaks, active holiday specialist BSpoke Tours has expanded its 2019 portfolio by adding new tours of…